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Innovative internships with a purpose
We believe that the best way to learn is to work together with some of the brightest minds within your field. Our collaborative culture, mentors, and resources will continue to build your skills and provide opportunities to be impactful and tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges, keeping our nation safe and changing the course of our future.
We offer a variety of student programs, from undergraduate summer student internships to year-round graduate positions.
Ready for Your LLNL Internship?
Hear firsthand from our interns
I have been privileged to work at the Lawrence Livermore National Labs as a summer intern for the second consecutive year. My project involves revamping old and outdated nuclear spectrometry systems at our Nuclear Counting Facility. As an electrical engineering student with an interest in control systems, I have really enjoyed programming and testing software, examining old schematics and creating new diagrams, designing the hardware layout, and interfacing the sensors and actuators with an embedded processor.
I chose to return as a summer scholar because I wanted to continue working in Cyber Security and Infrastructure where I am studying and developing algorithms for collaborative autonomy and decentralized iterative methods. I have found the environment of LLNL to be a compelling avenue for collaborative research motivated by real world applications, which in my case are issues related to modernizing the electrical grid.
I have interned at the lab for the past two summers, so this will be my third summer here! Ever since my first summer here, I have felt very supported. My first summer, I interned in DTED and worked on the proof-of-concept of an experiment that would eventually fly on a sounding rocket the next year. The next summer, I supported a project in MED where we used microspheres to detect different gaseous environments. This summer, I am interning in CED and working on NIF diagnostics.
Get your start with our student programs
Your internship will provide a rich, hands-on learning environment, complete with challenging projects for you to apply what you've learned to real-life issues and create solutions for an all-around enriching experience.
During your internship, you will be immersed in our culture. You'll get to collaborate with cross-functional teams and be connected with a mentor who will be your biggest supporter, championing your work throughout your internship. Our mentors are committed to providing you with valuable feedback and coaching to make your time with us rewarding.
Science & Engineering Internships
We offer a variety of student internships in science and technology, including internally-sponsored programs and externally-sponsored programs for undergraduate and graduate students. Explore the list of opportunities and find the one that matches your interests.
National GEM Consortium
The National GEM Consortium provides opportunities for master's and doctoral students in engineering and science from underrepresented groups. As a GEM employer member, we are able to provide summer internships to minority students seeking to establish a lifelong career in the sciences.
Tony Baylis | baylis3 [at] llnl.gov (baylis3[at]llnl[dot]gov)
Veteran & Military Programs
Through our veteran and military internship programs, we offer opportunities for veterans in community colleges, cadets and midshipmen from military academies, individuals in ROTC programs, and more. Visit the Military & Veterans site to learn more about our culture of supporting military and veterans on campus.
Barry Goldman | goldman1 [at] llnl.gov (goldman1[at]llnl[dot]gov)
Neurodiversity Internships
The Neurodiversity Internship is a collaborative effort between our LLNL Abilities Champions employee resource group, the Orion Academy, Regional Center of the East Bay, UC Davis, Stanford University, Landmark College, and more. These internships provide opportunities for neurodivergent individuals to explore career paths with us while continuing their educational growth.
Abilities Champions ac_internship [at] llnl.gov (ac_internship[at]llnl[dot]gov)
Academic Cooperation Program (ACP)
Through the ACP, graduate and undergraduate students explore approved projects with us in an effort to advance their training, experience, and education. Talk to your academic advisor to learn of any opportunities available to you.
Learn about our hiring process
Am I eligible for an internship?
- We hire interns at a variety of educational levels, including community college, undergraduate, and graduate
- We accept applications from international students; however, visa sponsorship support varies by position and department
- All selected interns must complete a federal background check application and successfully pass a drug screen, which includes testing for marijuana
- If requested, you must submit proof of enrollment in an accredited university
- If requested, you must submit a copy of your transcripts to show your current and upcoming academic level
What does the internship hiring process look like?
- Internships for summer positions are generally posted September–February
- Interested in a few internships? We recommend that you apply for all positions you are qualified for
- Each organization reviews resumes for their posted internships; if you're selected as a candidate, you'll receive a call from a mentor anytime between December–April for a phone interview
- If the mentor chooses to move forward with your candidacy, an HR representative will reach out to you to extend a formal offer
- Once your offer is accepted, you will be required to complete a federal background check application and successfully pass a drug test, which includes testing for marijuana
- Your HR representative will confirm your start and end dates with you once we receive satisfactory results from your background check and drug screen
- If you have questions, please email us at ScholarEmployment [at] llnl.gov (ScholarEmployment[at]llnl[dot]gov)
Events to learn, network, and have fun
Collaborative Projects
Opportunities to work with other students and receive mentorship from world-class researchers
Poster Symposium
Nationally-recognized, award-winning student poster symposium showcasing your summer project
Career Development Activities
Participate in seminars, workshops, and speaker sessions highlighting research around the Lab
On-Site Events
Enjoy free concerts, campus tours, and other on-site events to get the full Lab experience
Social & Networking Opportunities
Attend summer BBQs, social meetups, and other special events and networking opportunities
Transportation and housing
If you're thinking of joining us as one of our student interns, you might be wondering where you can stay and how you might get to and from our campus. Below are various resources you can refer to as you start envisioning yourself interning with us.
Want to connect directly with other interns? Request access to our LLNL Google Group. This group provides an opportunity to talk and network with other students about your internship and available housing in the area. You'll also find information about room rentals posted by other LLNL employees.
DISCLAIMER: The inclusion of the links below does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory of the websites, or the information, housing options, or services contained therein, and we assume no responsibility for problems with housing vendors. LLNL bears no responsibility for the accuracy, legality, or content of any external site, or for the quality of any housing advertised. Contact the external site with any questions regarding its content, and evaluate your housing options carefully.
Housing
Craigslist
Browse active housing rentals in the East Bay or surrounding areas
Extended Stay America
Extended Stay America offers nearby locations in Dublin and Livermore
Zillow
Browse active housing rentals in the greater Bay Area
Apartments.com
Look for an apartment for rent in Livermore or nearby
Transportation
Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
View BART's website to see available schedules and routes across the Bay Area
Tri-Valley Wheels BART Commuter Connection
Wheels bus services offers a route from the Dublin BART station to Livermore
Altamont Corridor Express (ACE) Train
The ACE train provides routes between Stockton and Livermore
San Joaquin RTD Commuter
This commuter bus provides a way to get to our campus from Stockton, Lathrop, and Tracy
Questions? We have tips and answers
Curious about the interview process? Want an example of a student resume template? Check out our Events & Resources page for a list of helpful information to set you up for success.
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